Claremont House

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Type: Historic House / Palace

Palladian-style house built in 1774 by 'Capability' Brown for Clive of India, with neo-classical style interiors by Henry Holland. Later the home of Princess Charlotte of Wales and Queen Victoria and in continuous royal ownership until 1920. Now a school. All the state rooms are open and in the basement you can see Lord Clive's marble plunge bath and the unique tunnel and turning circle entrance.
THE HOUSE IS OPEN TO GROUPS ONLY AND BY APPOINTMENT

Opening Times

Open All Year
Open (01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012)
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* THE HOUSE IS OPEN TO GROUPS ONLY AND BY APPOINTMENT

Contact Details

Claremont Drive
Esher
SURREY
KT10 9LY

Tel: +44 (0)1372 473623

Fax: +44 (0)1372 471109

Facilities

Provider Preferences

  • No Smoking Attraction

Accessibility

  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors

Parking & Transport

  • Parking (free)

Payment Methods

  • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Open only at weekends and school holidays.
  • Max group size - 40
  • Min group size - 10
  • Open by appointment only
  • Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted

Establishment Features

  • Toilets

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Guided Tours Available for Groups
  • Guided Tours Compulsory for Groups

Road Directions

Nearest major road is M25/A3. Leave the M25 at jct 10 and take the A3 towards London. Turn left onto the A244 for approx 1 mile.

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station is Claygate. Follow The Parade to the end and turn left into Hare Lane. Entrance is opposite the end of this road.